It’s true to say that emergency lighting can prove to be a lifesaver in the event of a fire and its provision is included in current Building Regulations and some local authority requirements. Emergency lighting is essential in commercial, industrial and business buildings and if you run your own business, or own a business premises, it’s vital that you understand the importance of emergency lighting.
Emergency lighting is lighting which is designed for use in an emergency situation where the main power supply fails and the normal lighting supply is unavailable. This can happen for a number of reasons but is usually because of a power cut or a fire. When a lighting supply fails this can lead to panic or physical danger and so having emergency backup lighting is very important.
Emergency lighting systems must be installed in a wide range of buildings from offices, shops and factories, through to schools, museums, hospitals, hotels and multi-story residential buildings. Although emergency lighting can be broadly described as lighting which is designed to come on when the normal lighting supply fails, it can be divided into several sub-categories: emergency escape lighting, standby lighting, open area lighting, high risk task area lighting and escape route lighting. In addition, there are different types of lighting according to the type of power supply they run off such as: self-contained or single-point lighting and central battery source lighting.
Here at Dalec we have many years of experience in a wide range of lighting and electrical installations in business and commercial premises in Leeds. If you would like advice on installing an emergency lighting system, or to find out if your existing system is up to scratch, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
